Banamalipur - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Banamalipur is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from Canning and around 65.2 km from Alipore. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banamalipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banamalipur is 333877. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.86 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Banamalipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banamalipur
As per Census 2011, Banamalipur village has a total population of 5,271 people, consisting of 2,718 males and 2,553 females. The village has 1,011 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 894 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,458 literate and 1,813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banamalipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,271 | 2,718 | 2,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 894 | 443 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,458 | 1,934 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,813 | 784 | 1,029 |
Nearby Villages of Banamalipur
Banamalipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Banamalipur
Banamalipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Banamalipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Banamalipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Banamalipur is about 65.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banamalipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banamalipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banamalipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banamalipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banamalipur
Where is Banamalipur located?
Banamalipur village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banamalipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banamalipur is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Banamalipur?
The pincode of Banamalipur is 743329.
What is the population of Banamalipur?
Banamalipur has a total population of 5,271, including 2,718 males and 2,553 females.
How many households are there in Banamalipur?
There are 1,011 households in Banamalipur.
What is the literacy rate in Banamalipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banamalipur is 65.60%. Male literacy is 71.16% and female literacy is 59.69%.